Fithian’s Fab Five: Playoff Picks 1-11-13

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 30: XXXXXXX at Sports Authority Field Field at Mile High on December 30, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 12/30/12

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 and wide receiver Demaryius Thomas #88 of the Denver Broncos run off the field after a score during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on December 30, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated the Chiefs 38-3. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

By: Dennis Fithian

Baltimore +10 @ Denver: Peyton Manning has been so incredible this year and will not be denied a win. Nobody should pick against Manning this weekend. The Ravens, with big day from Ray Rice, can keep it close. Manning marches on, but Baltimore covers.

Prediction: Denver 30 Baltimore 24

Green Bay +3 @ San Fran: If both teams play their best games it will be a classic. Aaron Rodgers the difference in a game that comes down to the final seconds.

Prediction: Green Bay 28 San Fran 27

Seattle +2.5 @ Atlanta: Seahawks with the better defense and better balance on offense than the Falcons. Marshawn Lynch is the kind of back that can shut down a home crowd advantage.

Prediction: Seattle 24 Atlanta 17

Houston +9.5 @ New England: Says here the Texans have too much going for them to get blown out like they did on that Monday night a few weeks ago up in Foxborough.

Dennis Fithian is among the most versatile and experienced sports broadcasters on Detroit’s airwaves. Since 1994, Dennis has covered all of the major professional sports teams in Detroit, as well as major college athletic programs. Dennis’...